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Hello!

Hello all, I've been a lurker for a few months, I keep coming across tutorials here when I search for mapping stuff so I figured I'd join up for greater access!

I'm currently mapping for a worldbuilding project I've been doing on and off for about ten years now, the map is in the fifth iteration now (I think), and with the help of Wilbur and Fractal Terrains, I'm happier than I've ever been with the look of the map, I am especially pleased with the erosion, sad as I am!

So yes, looking forward to getting the most out of the very very useful resources and community you all have here!